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Sep 15
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Around the word: a tour of 'tour' | A C...

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Join Max for a Coffee Break in which he explores the many meanings of the word 'tour' in French. You'll find out why it can be either masculine or feminine depending on the context. You’ll also hear lots of examples to help you tell the difference between le tour and la tour, as well as some set phrases with tips on how to use them naturally when speaking. You'll sound like a native speaker in no time!


By the end of this episode, you’ll be able to use this tricky word correctly in your conversations.


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